Written by George Eastman

Produced by Dennis Grimaldi

Directed by Karen Carpenter

Costumes by David C. Woolard

Lighting by Jeff Davis

Sound by John Gromada

City Center Stage II

"If only sets could talk. Lauren Helpern's stage design for Harry Townsend's Last Stand, the two-hander by George Eastman at New York City Center Stage II, is a marvel of specificity. At first glance, it's just an old man's downstairs kitchen and living room, yes, but this is a home that emanates decades of history. If we could take out each board game beneath the window-seat, if we could peruse each worn book on the shelf, if we could sort through the clutter on the counters, if we could smell Vermont in the leaves seen just outside the windows, perhaps we could really get to know Harry Townsend, the sole resident, piecing together a life prop by prop.”

-- Curtain Up

“Lauren Helpern's set is an overstuffed human habitat brimming with evidence of a fruitful life, with books and board games bulging out of every available storage space. "His" and "her" armchairs sit side by side in front of an ancient television set, offering evidence of the continuing spiritual presence of the family matriarch. Lighting designer Jeff Davis endows this space with a warm glow, and a final sound cue from John Gromada emphasizes the surrounding natural beauty. It seems like a lovely place to live, and anyone would be reluctant to say goodbye.”

-- Theatermania

“The Vermont chalet features outstanding scenic design work from Lauren Helpern, showing us the parts of the life Harry and his wife enjoyed for decades in that home, from board games and a well-placed fireplace, to ice skates and snow shows tucked away in a corner near the front door. Who would want to leave such a comfortable place?”

-- Intermission Talk